Spinach and Ricotta Pizza
Elevate your pizza night with this irresistibly creamy and flavorful Spinach and Ricotta Pizza! Featuring a crisp, golden-brown crust topped with layers of velvety ricotta cheese, melted mozzarella, and fresh spinach, this recipe combines classic Italian flavors with a gourmet twist. A drizzle of sautéed garlic-infused olive oil and a sprinkling of Parmesan cheese add a burst of savory richness, while optional red pepper flakes offer a touch of heat for spice lovers. Ready in just 27 minutes, this homemade pizza is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Whether you're a vegetarian or simply craving a lighter yet cheesy pizza, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 ball (approximately 12 inches in diameter) Pizza dough
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1 cup Ricotta cheese
- 1.5 cups, shredded Mozzarella cheese
- 3 cups, packed Fresh spinach
- 0.25 cup, grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon (optional) Crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat up.
Roll out the pizza dough to a 12-inch circle on a lightly floured surface. If the dough is sticky, sprinkle a bit more flour as needed.
Transfer the dough to a piece of parchment paper for easy handling. Brush the top of the dough with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
In a small skillet over medium heat, warm the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds, or until fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.
Spread the ricotta cheese evenly over the pizza dough, leaving about 1 inch of space around the edges for the crust.
Scatter the shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the ricotta layer.
Toss the fresh spinach leaves over the mozzarella, spreading them evenly across the pizza. The spinach will shrink as it cooks.
Drizzle the sautéed garlic and olive oil mixture over the spinach for added flavor.
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the spinach, followed by the salt, black pepper, and optional crushed red pepper flakes.
Carefully transfer the parchment paper and pizza to the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 2-3 minutes before slicing. Serve immediately and enjoy your spinach and ricotta pizza!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
491 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.2 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.8 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 71 mg | 24% | |
| Sodium | 955 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.9 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.1 g | ||
| Protein | 25.5 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 444 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 203 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
